Home > Products > Chemicals > Plastic Materials

Microcrystalline wax is obtained from petroleum distillation residual heavy fractions by solvent separation, refining and hydrogenation. It is a combination of branched and straight chain saturated hydrocarbons with carbon numbers greater than 35. Unlike paraffin waxes, microcrystalline waxes are elastic, high viscosity, with a greater affinity for oil. Food grade Microcrystalline ft wax is widely used in chewing gum, cosmetic and dental materials.

Microcrystalline Wax Types in King Honor

KH Paraffin Wax 80M

KH Micro Wax 80

KH Micro Wax 70

Microcrystalline Wax in Cosmetics

Many consumers see a chemical called microcrystalline wax in some cosmetics, but they are not clear about its efficacy and function, and wonder whether products containing microcrystalline wax vegan are good.

Microcrystalline wax is mainly used as emulsifying stabilizer and adhesive in cosmetics and skin care products. The risk factor is 1, so it is safe to use, and generally has no effect on pregnant women. Microcrystalline wax by King Honor, a  reputable company specializing in wax, is a safe ingredient and additive, substitute for paraffin wax, more elastic and viscous than paraffin wax.

What is Microcrystalline Wax Made of?

Microcrystalline wax provided by KH, one of reliable paraffin wax producers, is a tasteless white amorphous solid wax. It is the residue of oil fractionation and is a long chain hydrocarbon with high boiling point obtained by solvent extraction and chemical treatment. The Microcrystalline wax is mainly composed of C31-70 branched-chain saturated hydrocarbons and a small number of cyclic and branched-chain hydrocarbons, with a melting point of 60-85°C. It is miscible with various mineral waxes, vegetable waxes and hot fat oils. Like soft waxes, microcrystalline waxes with melting points of 77-80°C also exhibit some degree of ductility.

Is Microcrystalline Wax Environmentally Friendly?

Whether Microcrystalline wax for sale causes potential pollution to the environment has already been investigated. Like the green carnauba wax, microcrystalline wax is from the earth and thus it is a natural wax. Our high quality non-toxic micro wax is widely used in cosmetics industries and many personal care products, such as baby oils. It is proved by Biodegradable Products Institute that microcrystalline wax is compostable and biodegradable. We can safely draw the conclusion that microcrystalline wax is safe for human bodies and is also environmentally friendly. Buy our biodegradable microcrystalline wax in bulk and get the competitive wholesale price.

We also have kinds of solvent based wax and water emulsion wax for sale, if you have needs, please contact us.